Kate Findlater

About My Challenge

I'm completing 1,607 push-ups in 23 days to raise awareness and funds for mental health in Australia

My mum has dementia/alzheimers, and our family has ADHD. As a primary caregiver, I've faced many challenges, including managing my own mental health while looking after my family. To add to this, my husband works FIFO (Fly-In Fly-Out), which means he's often away for long periods, leaving me to handle everything on my own.

Being a caregiver for Mum  has been incredibly tough. 

The stress and emotional toll of my mum's mental issues, combined with her mania and lack of empathy, have affected my mental health significantly. 

There were times when supporting Mum almost tipped me over the edge. I was lucky to have a supportive husband, close friends, and a helpful sister who helped me through these difficult times.

 I believe exercise is good for depression, and staying active has been a lifeline for me. It has helped me find a sense of community, improve my mental health, and connect with others who understand the struggles of mental health issues.

By supporting mental health initiatives, you can help raise awareness about conditions like dementia and ADHD, fund vital services provided by organisations like Headspace, and reduce the stigma associated with mental health. 

Your support can make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families like mine.

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You can show your support by making a tax-deductible donation to my page.

Every dollar helps #pushforbetter mental health outcomes in Australia by funding much-needed mental health services and initiatives.